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read moreOf all the senses, many people feel eyesight is the most precious. The ability to see our loved ones, read a book or enjoy a sunset are all dependent on our vision. To ensure that you will continue to see everything you want, you need regular eye care from our Providence optometrists and ophthalmic surgeon. Located outside downtown Providence, RI, Advanced Eye Care Associates can supply all your vision needs. When it comes to your vision, you don't just want any eye doctor, you want an experienced expert in the field of optometry or ophthalmology.

read moreCataracts are a leading cause of blindness, so it's only natural that you might be worried about this common eye disease. The more you know about cataracts, the more effectively you can guard against them and respond to any symptoms they may cause. Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about cataracts from your optometry team at Advanced Eye Care Associates in Providence. A cataract is an opaque, milky-looking barrier to clear vision. It occurs when lens proteins start to come together, collecting on the lens and blocking the passage of light into the eye.

read moreTransitions lenses are an ideal choice if you wear prescription glasses and do not want the hassle of switching to sunglasses when you step outside. Transitions lenses not only shield your eyes from the sun, but they also have many benefits for eye health. That is why we carry a choice of these lenses at our Providence optometrist office, Advanced Eye Care Associates. Transitions is the name brand for the top photochromic lenses or light-adaptive lenses recommended by eye care professionals. Transitions lenses work in prescription glasses by using photochromic dyes to quickly darken the lenses in sunlight.

read moreThe conjunctiva is a thin tissue that covers the white portion of the eye and the insides of the eyelids. Conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as "pink eye", is an irritation of the conjunctiva. Symptoms may include redness, swelling, tearing, itching, watering or pus like discharge. Viral and bacterial conjunctivitis are contagious, while allergic and toxic are not. The appropriate treatment depends on what type of conjunctivitis an individual has. Examination by an optometrist is important because conjunctivitis can easily be confused with something harmful to your vision.

read moreGlaucoma is one of the common eye diseases of aging. In the early stages, you may not notice any symptoms, but the condition can gradually steal your ability to see. Regular eye exams can detect the development of glaucoma, so you can preserve your vision. At Advanced Eye Care Associates in Providence, RI, we offer testing and management of glaucoma in our patients. Glaucoma is a progressive eye disease that mainly affects individuals over the age of 60. Two different forms of the disease exist.

read moreAre you thinking about getting LASIK in Providence, Rhode Island? Visit Advanced Eye Care Associates to consult with an experienced optometrist who can meet all of your eye care needs. From LASIK surgery to eye examinations and beyond, we are ready to serve your entire family. At Advanced Eye Care Associates, we are skilled at providing routine optometry services and pre- and post-advanced care for eye surgery. Before you have LASIK, we can schedule a comprehensive eye exam where one of our experienced optometrists will review all of your options for vision correction.

read moreMillions of people experience the symptoms of dry eye every day. Whether it is the result of long hours in the office or a medical condition impacting your ability to produce tears, dry eye is a real condition that can impact day to day life. Below, let's take a closer look at some frequently asked questions about dry eye. Dry eye is a medical condition that is extremely common. The condition occurs when a person does not have enough tears, or tears of high enough quality, to properly lubricate the eye.

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